Removing lead in sail panel

[milehigh69]

I am removing the RR quarter in my 69 for a new one. I have the quarter almost all off except the little bit where the sail panel connects to the roof. I have drilled out the spots. The back half of the seams had bondo in it. I used a sanding disc to remove it. The front few inches has what looks like lead in it. I am cautious at wanting to remove it. What is a safe way to remove this stuff? Heat?

[Black93GT]

you have to melt it off. I've been using a piece of wood to push the melting globs. be sure to have good ventalation and a resperator for the lead fumes.

along with spot welds and lead, the sail is brazed to the roof in a few spots.

[arue333]

Can you weld the seam after the lead is removed, or do you have to re-lead it?

[daredvl22]

I used evercoat metal-2-metal, worked great.

[Blown73]

x2 on heat. I used a propane torch to melt it out on my 67. Just make sure you don't do it in sandals. :)

[dontlifttoshift]

Yep melt it off with a torch. Use a wire brush and some shop rags and it wipes right off with a little heat. I burn off thick bondo in the same way. Set it on fire, blow it out, and it comes right off.

[milehigh69]

Thanks for the info. Almost turning the corner into construction vs. destruction.

[6T1_Step]

After replacing the panel I like to weld a patch over the entire area. Filler seems to crack over time with body flex.

[birdsandbowties]

x2 !
After replacing the panel I like to weld a patch over the entire area. Filler seems to crack over time with body flex.

[MrQuick]

Thanks for the info. Almost turning the corner into construction vs. destruction. also make sure you wear throw away cover alls and boot covers. The lead dust gets everywhere and you don't want to bring it home with you. Throw away what you are wearing as the lead stays in the washing machine.

[Blevinator]

I welded all the factory rear seams shut on my 68 coupe after removing the lead. Blend the metal after welding, then a thin layer of green metal glaze. Should never crack again!!